This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Riso Kagaku Corporation. Active years: 1994-2018.
Location History:
- Ushiku, JP (1994)
- Tokyo, JP (1995 - 1998)
- Tokyo-to, JP (2000)
- Ibaraki, JP (2018)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1994-2018
Title: Kouichiro Iida: Innovator in Imaging and Document Processing
Introduction
Kouichiro Iida is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of imaging and document processing, holding a total of 7 patents. His innovative work has led to advancements that streamline various processes in these areas.
Latest Patents
One of Iida's latest patents is the "Sealed-letter preparing device." This invention includes a paper folding unit that folds and sends a content sheet to a transfer path. It also features an inserter unit that sends an insert sheet to the transfer path. An acquiring unit is responsible for obtaining information on the top/bottom direction and the surface/obverse direction of both the content sheet and insert sheet. The merging unit overlaps the folded content sheet with the insert sheet, while the enclosing unit encloses the merged sheets into an envelope. This device ensures that the content sheet is folded in a way that aligns the image directions with those of the insert sheet.
Another notable patent is the "Method and device for forming a duplicate image." This method allows for the designation of multiple regions on an original sheet for forming duplicate images. It enables accurate and prompt color separation and other attributes by only requiring the original sheet to be mounted once on a digitizer. The process involves storing designated regions in a storage device and forming duplicate images based on effective regions defined during the process.
Career Highlights
Kouichiro Iida is currently employed at Riso Kagaku Corporation, a company known for its innovative printing solutions. His work at Riso has allowed him to focus on developing technologies that enhance document processing and imaging capabilities.
Collaborations
Iida has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Muneaki Kawai and Fernando Perez. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various projects and patents.
Conclusion
Kouichiro Iida's contributions to the fields of imaging and document processing are noteworthy. His innovative patents reflect his commitment to advancing technology in these areas. His work continues to influence the industry and inspire future innovations.